Puberty §

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• Hormonal Changes: Puberty is triggered by hormonal changes in the body, primarily an increase in sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone.
• Growth Spurt: A growth spurt, or a rapid increase in height and weight, is a characteristic of puberty.
• Reproductive Maturity: Puberty marks the development of reproductive capabilities and the ability to reproduce.
• Maturation: Puberty is a specific stage of maturation where an individual undergoes physical and hormonal changes to reach sexual maturity.
• Body Hair Growth: One of the physical changes during puberty is the growth of body hair in various areas.
• Emotional Development: Puberty is accompanied by emotional changes and the development of more complex emotions and feelings.
• Self-Awareness: Puberty often involves increased self-awareness and self-consciousness about physical and emotional changes.
• Peer Influence: Peer influence and social dynamics become more important during puberty as adolescents seek acceptance and belonging.
• Adolescence: Puberty is a key stage in the transition from childhood to adolescence.
• Physical Maturation: Puberty involves physical changes that lead to the maturation of the body into an adult form.
• Breast Development: Breast development in girls is a significant physical change that occurs during puberty.
• Identity Formation: Puberty is a crucial stage in the formation of personal identity and self-concept.
• Menstruation: Puberty in girls marks the onset of menstruation, or the monthly menstrual cycle.
• Sexual Maturity: Puberty marks the development of sexual maturity and the ability to reproduce.
• Voice Changes: Voice changes, such as deepening of the voice in boys, occur during puberty due to hormonal changes.
• Mood Swings: Mood swings and emotional ups and downs are common during puberty due to hormonal fluctuations.